Sandra Bullock, Meryl Streep to Co-star (with Oprah!) in New Comedy

By Moviefone Editors Posted Oct 24th 2010 09:17AM

They've already demonstrated on-screen chemistry by kissing in public, and now two of the biggest movie stars in the world are taking their relationship one step further.

Meryl Streep and Sandra Bullock are attached to star in the next movie from Michael Patrick King, writer/director of the 'Sex and the City' films.

As if that's not enough star power, Oprah Winfrey also has a role in the (currently untitled) project.

The Universal Pictures comedy features characters at a home shopping network dealing with "marketing, marriages and the media," according to the studio.

With Oprah retiring her hugely popular syndicated TV show soon, will she be a draw for moviegoers?

Aside from voiceovers, Winfrey has been absent from feature films since 1998's 'Beloved' -- so joining a mini-ensemble in what promises to be lighthearted entertainment seems a wise move. Of course, she's demonstrated good comic timing in guest spots on primetime TV ('30 Rock,' 'Ellen') for years.

As for the two stars headlining this new film, Bullock jokingly kissed Streep earlier this year at the 2010 Critics' Choice Awards; the two competed for the Best Actress Oscar that Bullock eventually won for 'The Blind Side.' Both obviously have great comedy chops, both have now won Academy Awards, and both are at high points in their careers -- making this yet another dream-team pairing for Streep, who's also linked to a mother/daughter drama starring Julia Roberts and a mother/daughter comedy-drama project with Tina Fey.

The wild card is King. He took plenty of heat from film critics for 'Sex and the City,' and even more thrashing in reviews for 'Sex and the City 2,' but the Sarah Jessica Parker movies earned more than $700 million worldwide. That kind of box office makes his first non-'Sex' movie a hot commodity. Away from his 'SATC' universe, can he make magic happen with these three big stars? Time will tell.

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Tags: Meryl Streep, oprah winfrey, sandra bullock

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Sunday 24 October

By murray silver

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Bullock. Streep. Winfrey. Overkill. That's like making a club sandwich out of chocolate, bacon and strawberries.

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Monday 25 October

By pnxpeng

Oprah is not overated as an actress...Her performance in The Color Purple was nothing short of genius...You may not like her and her show but you have to at least give her the recognition in the part of Sofia in that film...I love this , So does My boyfriend .he is almost 11year older than me .i met him via age'lessmate.c'om a nice place for seeking age le ss love.which gives you a chance to make your life better and open opportunities for you to meet the attractive young girls and treat you like a king. Maybe you wanna check it out or tell your friends..

By Del

winfrey, oh yes that will cause me to go see this one, yeh right.

By Denise

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Considering I'm a Bullock fan.....I can't wait to see this movie!!!!!!!!!

By Muscleman

Three of the most likable women in the world...yeah Id say it was a good move. Overkill..maybe, but the script must be pretty promising to get these 3 too sign on!

By oucwboy

Meryl and Sandra is GOOD. Will not see the movie because of Winfrey. I think she is the MOST overrated personality in the entire world, except for Obama.

By carole del monte

I've been waiting for Oprah to do another film. She's a fine actress & this idea appeals to me. I'd love to see the trio do a drama together!

By RB

Wow, yes...and does anyone remember "The Color Purple," for any doubt about Oprah's acting abilities???

By joan

Hooray....Cannot wait to see this movie. Love Sandra Bullock and Meryl Streep, two very, very talented women and of course Oprah is the frosting on this edible cake. We are in for a truly entertaining experience I am sure.

By TomW

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Can't wait to go to another political propaganda movie hidden behind celebrity acting.

By Nick Mayor

How open-minded of you given that the article does not given any substantial explanation of the film's premise. You can stay home. Streep, Bullock and Winfrey are enormously talented and successful and they don't need your money, nor your bigotry.

By Patty

Three losers

Do you remotely realize how ignorant and hateful your post is? Get some psychiatric help soon.

By GreenEyes

Three "losers?" Are you crazy? Meryl Streep is one of the finest actresses ever; Sandra Bullock has proved herself to be a fine actress, as well, and Oprah starred in "The Color Purple," so everyone knows she is also a fine actress. How can you call these women "losers?" All three have had, and continue to have, fabulously successful careers. Where have you been all these years?

By the_fool

Another day at the Country Club .... only with the cameras rolling.

By thegrrrr8est

Just please, for god's sake, don't do another remake of Sex and the City. It's vomit on the big screen. Enough of those hags....

By Harbo

Patty, Patty, Patty. What are you thinkking? Streep, Bullock, Winfrey. They are all women of great accopmplishment and highly succesful careers. And MONEY in the bank. YOU SHOULD BE SUCH A LOSER.

By clasher

By Kate

I was excited by the teaming of Meryle and Sandra... but they lost me at Oprah. Hopefully, Oprah only has a cameo role in the film.

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